Shorley-Prelude and Episode (2S/2P)-P

Prelude and Episode by Ken Shorley is a creative percussion duet in two movements: Prelude, for Frame Drum (Bodhran, played lap-style) and Gong; and Episode, for Frame Drum and Darabuka. This piece calls for a variety of performance techniques, and some prior familiarity with basic hand drum performance practice would be an asset, when approaching this piece - although all strokes/techniques are explained in the accompanying descriptive notes. A unique addition to any advanced level recital.

Number of Players: 2
Difficulty: Grade 5
Instrumentation:

Prelude

Player I: Chau Gong

Player II: Frame Drum

Episode

Player I: Frame Drum

Player II: Darabuka